Washington D.C. — As the 2026 election cycle intensifies, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have escalated their rhetoric, openly accusing one another of criminal conduct in campaign speeches and public appearances. The exchanges mark a departure from traditional policy‑focused debates toward a deeply personal political environment. Fox News
In recent public forums, Biden has repeatedly criticized Trump’s legal record, calling him a “convicted felon” and highlighting multiple criminal cases that have been filed against the former president, including those tied to business record‑ falsification. Biden’s campaign has also aired advertisements accusing Trump of engaging in unethical behaviour, aiming to cast doubt on his fitness for office. CBS News
Trump has responded in kind, asserting that Biden himself is responsible for creating many of the legal challenges he faces and suggesting that the president’s policies have led to lawlessness. At campaign rallies, Trump has gone further, calling Biden’s actions criminal and at times implying that members of his administration should face prosecution. Anadolu Ajansı
Political analysts say these mutual accusations reflect broader polarization, with both candidates seeking to mobilise their bases by questioning the character and integrity of their opponent rather than focusing solely on policy differences. Observers warn that such personal attacks may deepen divisions among voters as the contest progresses.
